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Locating the nanoReel Sonde

The nanoReel is equipped with a Sonde, built into the 

camera head, which transmits a locatable 512 Hz signal, 
allowing you to detect the camera’s location underground. 

Controlling the Sonde from a SeeSnake CCU is 
described in the operator’s manual for the CCU and 
depends on the model being used. Typically, the Sonde 
can be turned ON and OFF from the CCU. If using the 

nanoReel with the micro CA-300, activate the Sonde by 
turning the LED brightness control down to zero. Once 
the Sonde has been located, the LEDs can be returned 
to normal brightness to continue the inspection.

When the nanoReel Sonde is turned ON, a locator such 
as the RIDGID-SeekTech SR-20, RIDGID-SeekTech 
SR-60, Scout, or NaviTrack

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 II set to 512 Hz can detect it. 

To locate the camera using the Sonde, run the SeeSnake 

push cable from 5 ft to 10 ft [1.5 m to 3 m] into the pipe 
and use the locator to find the Sonde’s position. If desired, 

extend the SeeSnake push cable from 5 ft to 10 ft [1.5 m 
to 3 m] further down-pipe and locate the Sonde again 
starting from the previous located position. To locate the 
Sonde, turn the locator ON and set it to Sonde mode. 
Scan in the direction of the Sonde’s probable location 
until the locator detects the Sonde. 

Once you have detected the Sonde, use the locator 
indications to zero in on its location precisely. For 
detailed instructions on Sonde locating, consult the 
operator’s manual for the locator model you are using.

Figure 20  –  Locating the nanoReel Sonde

Retrieving the Camera 

After completing the inspection, pull the push cable back 

with slow, steady force. If possible, continue running 
water down the line to help clean the push cable. Use a 
towel to wipe off the push cable as it is withdrawn. 

Pay attention to the force required to withdraw the push 
cable. The push cable may get hung up while being 
retrieved and may need to be manipulated as done 

during insertion. Do not force the push cable or exert 
excessive force to avoid damaging the camera or push 
cable. When pulling the push cable, keep clear of any 
sharp edges and do not pull at sharp angles to the inlet 
to prevent damage to the push cable. 

NOTICE 

Always use short strokes to feed back small 

lengths of the push cable back into the drum. Pushing back 
longer lengths of push cable or forcing the push cable may 

cause it to loop, kink and break (See Figure 21). Lay the 
nanoReel drum on its back for more stability when retriev-
ing the push cable.

Figure 21  –  Putting Back the Push Cable

Using Guide Tubes

Use guide tubes, such as PVC or flexible tubing, to avoid 

marring or scratching porcelain surfaces (

See Figure 22).

Figure 22  –  Guide Tubes

Use PVC pipe and conduit to form a guide tube with a 
curved access tube at the bottom to guide the push cable 

past the porcelain without damage (

See Figure 23).

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Summary of Contents for SeeSnake NanoReel

Page 1: ...lure to under stand and follow the con tents of this manual may result in electrical shock fire and or serious person al injury Operator s Manual Record product serial number below as it appears on th...

Page 2: ...Legend 6 Assembly 7 Camera Head Routing 7 Installing System Cable 7 Reversing Installing the Display Cradle micro CA 300 inspection Camera 8 Connecting the micro CA 300 Inspection Camera to the nanoR...

Page 3: ...ective equipment Always wear eye protection The appropriate use of protective equipment such as a dust mask non skid safety shoes a hard hat and hearing protection will reduce personal injuries t Do n...

Page 4: ...ead these precautions carefully before using the nanoReel to reduce the risk of electrical shock fire or other serious personal injury SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Keep this...

Page 5: ...mera inspection through pipes with very small diameters P traps and very small radius bends which conventional inspection systems often cannot inspect When using the nanoReel with an appropriate SeeSn...

Page 6: ...ch Camera Head Figure 2 Inside Case Figure 3 Rear View with the micro CA 300 inspection camera Icon Legend Table 2 micro CA 300 Icons Icon Meaning Return Key Shutter Key Select Key Arrow Keys Power Ke...

Page 7: ...head in the provided clip See Figure 6 6 Close and relatch the case Figure 5 Routing the Camera Head Figure 6 Camera Head Properly Routed Installing System Cable NOTICE Do not touch the contact pins...

Page 8: ...the friction fit at the bottom of the hole 4 Unthread the screw Repeat for each of the remaining three nuts 5 Position the cord wrap arm and cradle on the same side of the case facing in the opposite...

Page 9: ...two halves around the camera head with their screw holes aligned 3 Fasten the two halves together with the two screws provided Do not over tighten Pre Operation Inspection WARNING Before each use ins...

Page 10: ...sleeve and match the System Cable plug to the matching SeeSnake System Connector on the CCU See Item 1 Figure 13 2 To join the connectors align the guide pin to the guide socket push the connector str...

Page 11: ...ent the image at the bottom of the pipe This can be done by placing a hose down the line or turning on a fixture for example flushing a toilet Shut off water flow as needed for viewing 6 Grip the push...

Page 12: ...d stress the push cable Figure 16 Avoid Pulling at Sharp Angles When inspecting the line try moving the camera head past the area to be inspected and slowly pull it back for better results Pulling the...

Page 13: ...location precisely For detailed instructions on Sonde locating consult the operator s manual for the locator model you are using Figure 20 Locating the nanoReel Sonde Retrieving the Camera After comp...

Page 14: ...to function with the nanoReel Other accessories suitable for use with other tools may become haz ardous when used with the nanoReel To reduce the risk of serious injury only use accessories spe cific...

Page 15: ...t and its implementation into national legislation electrical equipment that is no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner Table 3 Troubleshooti...

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